A horse’s health needs special attention during the summer show season, says Dave Freeman, an equine specialist at the Oklahoma State University. “Horse shows break up an animal’s normal daily routine,” Freeman said. “The ability to manage these disruptions and their effect on an animal often will be the difference whether or not a horse […] Read more
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Preparedness helps during foaling time
Horse managers should be making a checklist to ensure that pregnant broodmares will foal as smoothly as possible this spring. Preparation is a key component of foaling management. It reduces stress on the mare and it makes life easier for those who assist during the birth, said Dave Freeman, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension equine […] Read more
Take aim against pesky mosquitoes
Don’t be bugged by mosquitoes. Get rid of the pests by eradicating breeding areas. Warm areas with standing water are prime real estate for mosquitoes, said Ken Pinkston, an Oklahoma State University entomologist. “It’s a water-related phenomenon,” Pinkston said. “The mosquito egg, larvae and pupa must have water to survive.” He recommended changing water in […] Read more
Consider horse’s energy needs in feed rations
Eating well is not always the same as eating safely. Dave Freeman, an equine specialist with Oklahoma State University, said horse managers who ignore that lesson may be creating digestive problems for their animals. “Many feeding management recommendations for horses are related to supplying energy safely.” He said horses should have access to pasture, hay […] Read more
Preparation key to trouble-free foaling
Horse managers should make a checklist now to ensure that pregnant broodmares will foal as smoothly as possible this spring. Preparation is a key component of foaling management in terms of easing the birth process on the mare and in making life easier on those who assist, said Dave Freeman, Oklahoma State University co-operative extension […] Read more
Beef market to stay unstable: economist
Volatility in the increasingly sensitive cattle markets can be expected to remain for several more weeks, according to Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University extension livestock marketing economist. The United States Department of Agriculture mid-August cattle-on-feed report increased supply pressure on the markets, with another month of unexpectedly large feedlot placements reported for July, Peel said. […] Read more
